Bowen Child Care Centre

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. LO observed 1 child who requires an epi pen to be administered did not have a Request for Administration of Medication form completed.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  Observation. Licensing observed sleeping mats are stored with bedding touching posing a risk of cross contamination.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. LO observed: - the outdoor play equipment appeared to be in need of cleaning as some had visible dirt and debris accumulated on and around the various equipment. - a child was playing with a small toy with wheels when the wheels came off of the toy and appeared sharp. Staff immediately removed the toy from the outdoor play area.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. LO observed some departure times are not being captured.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. The facility is clean and in good order, but there are areas that are showing wear and tear that cannot be sanitized. Discussion with manager that there is a plan to do some painting over the summer, she will send a plan to LO

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. The Manager has a CRC that expired June 2024, and must also renew family members CRC to have on file.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]; A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]

  Observation. Children's files were reviewed, with two having no emergency contact that is in addition to parent. It was also observed that attendance does not show Absent.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. There is a substitute staff who has their CRC from a different employer, and no validation of ECE, no resume, no references and no status of immunization. There is also on staff who does not their updated ECE certificated validated.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. There is a child with an allergy to nuts, while the registration form states that the only reaction is redness, there is also an Epi-pen supplied by the parents, but no medication permission form or care plan. On the child's registration form, there is a second area that says the child has no allergies - this may cause some confusion for staff. There is a second child who cannot have beans in the morning (due to conflict with medication), while there is no additional medication or follow up required, LO discussed the importance of ensuring all information supplied by parents is clear, and may include time or how many hours from arrival she cannot have beans, and what to do if beans were ingested.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. In the nap room, LO observed that the bottom floating shelf appeared to be unsecured and missing a screw.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. In the main classroom, LO observed that the fire place hearth was accessible by children posing a risk of injury.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. In the main classroom space, LO observed a soiled broom and dust pan accessible by children.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed that one ECE certificate was not validated.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]

  Observation. LO observed one staff file was incomplete.